November 29, 2013

I can hardly believe that it's already weekend again and that November has come to an end. The weeks are flying by at a quick speed, but this one has been all about catching up -I've finally managed to meet some dear friends that I've been missing a lot for a nice tea and treat, watched a theater play, have been choosing some 'Xmas presents and spent a lot of time taking care of boring burocracies related to the new house. To tell you the truth I am honestly started feeling totally overwhelmed with everything that needs to be accomplished in the coming weeks before ´Xmas, but this weekend I plan nothing but to enjoy the great gift of spending time with those that mean the most to me! Hope you’re all having a lovely start to a new month!I'm in the mood for...

November 28, 2013

Today
is Thanksgiving day and , although it is not a tradition celebrated in Portugal ,
it is a beautiful day to be commended for its very special meaning - that of
being grateful for the gifts granted in life.This is my
suggestion for a
meal taken within the family or friends , where everyone shares in the
same way a piece of very tasty crusty bread, rich in flavor and with a
distinctly homey aroma, an appetizer that will be the harbinger of a
fellowship where happiness reigns and where true affections are evident ! Wish you all a very happy Thanksgiving day and I hope that all your graces are achieved !Ingredients:

Cut the bread in the a chess shape, but without reaching the bottom of the loaf . In
a frying pan with extra virgin olive oil put the garlic to brown
lightly, without letting it burn , and add the chorizo ​​and prosciutto cut into small
pieces . Sprinkle with cilantro and let simmer. Then pour this mixture into the bowl with the cheese and let them melt a little. With your hands , open the bread squares and fill them with this mixture . Wrap in foil and take it to a preheated oven at 180 ° for about 15 minutes. After this time, open the aluminum foil and leave the bread browning for another 15 minutes. Withdraw and serve immediately .

November 27, 2013

This is an absolutely delicious pie to share at your table in the festivities - rich , aromatic , irresistible. Put
the kettle steaming , the coffee machine working , light the fireplace or turn on the heater - the most important is to have a cozy and warm home
because of the comfort of your soul , believe me , this pie will take care of !Ingredients:

1 sheet of short pastry

3 egg yolks

4 tablespoons cake flour

4 tablespoons cornstarch

1 package of chocolate powder

1 can of sweetened condensed milk

30 g unsalted butter

1 lemon

In a saucepan mix the dry ingredients and mix well with a spoon . Add a can of condensed milk and three egg yolks. Stir well over low heat until smooth . Meanwhile finely chop 30g unsalted butter and add to the mixture. Finally , pour a few drops of vanilla extract and stir until thickened . Pour into the base of the shortcrust pastry . Meanwhile whip the egg whites with three tablespoons of sugar , a few drops of lemon juice and a teaspoon of cornstarch. Take to a preheated 160 ° oven for about 30m , until the meringue is golden .